Speedball Textbook for Pen and Brush Lettering

Speedball Textbook for Pen and Brush Lettering

Author: Charles Stoner

Publisher:

Published: 1972

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13:

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"The Speedball textbook is essentially a reference book for both craftsman and student. The text matter presents methods whereby skills can be perfected and the knowledge of letter forms mastered."--Page 1


Lettering & Calligraphy Workbook

Lettering & Calligraphy Workbook

Author: Diagram Group

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 9781402741012

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This thorough workbook provides a complete course in calligraphy, from basic alphabets and letterforms to templates, from spacing and layout to complex projects. It’s big, it’s complete, and it’s filled with the most detailed lessons on calligraphy anyone will ever need. A complete overview of the basic tools explains what each pen can do, and how inks and paints can affect the quality of the work. Several tasks are laid out for students to master: They can start with "skeleton letters,” and then gradually try more complex forms, including Rustica, Antique Uncials, and Carolingian. Prepare for a project by understanding line spacing, centering, layout, pasting up, and using color. Then, see how to make giftwrap, fashion handmade greeting cards, design posters, and copy poetry and prose.


The Speedball Textbook

The Speedball Textbook

Author: Angela Vangalis

Publisher:

Published: 2015-12-15

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 9780990606543

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First published in 1915 by William Hugh Gordon and Ross F. George, The Speedball Textbook is the superlative resource for artists and letterers of all ages and skill levels. In celebration of the 100th year anniversary of the first edition's debut, Speedball is proud to feature content that provides readers with history, projects, an expanded section on Pressurized Lettering, including new alphabet styles Gothicized Italic and Fraktur, lettering for fonts and inspiration for techniques and styles ranging from medieval to modern and showcase the work of lettering artists from around the globe.


Calligraphy for Kids

Calligraphy for Kids

Author: Eleanor Winters

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Published: 2019-04-25

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 1454936541

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For school, for art classes, for fun: this kid-friendly guide to the art of beautiful writing will be a hit anywhere. From the tools to the techniques to the fantastic projects, everything has been chosen specifically for children. Youngsters can use special, colorful, felt-tipped pens called chisel-edged markers to produce great-looking letters. The guidelines make it easier to get good results. Attractive pages, filled with brightly colored examples, get kids started with simple zigzags and then move on to small and large italics, gothic lettering, uncial, and Roman calligraphy. Children will enjoy using their new skills to write down favorite poems, fashion border designs, and create greeting cards and invitations.


Calligraphy 101

Calligraphy 101

Author: Jeaneen Gauthier

Publisher: Creative Publishing Int'l

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 1610595688

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"Beginner's guide to materials and techniques for learning to do calligraphy. Includes instructional DVD-ROM"--Provided by publisher.


Zenspirations

Zenspirations

Author: Joanne Fink

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2014-02-01

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 1607651173

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Patterning is fun, easy and relaxing. It is a great way to add interest and texture to any design. Whether you like to journal, draw, doodle, design, or craft, you'll find a world of inspiration here. These decorative borders, frames, shapes, and alphabets will appeal to a spectrum of tastes and styles.


The Art of Calligraphy

The Art of Calligraphy

Author: David Harris

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 2005-05-24

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9780756613044

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Traces the history of Western calligraphy, demonstrates various scripts, and shows manuscripts and inscriptions from the past